Easy art ideas

Rust effect pot
It’s easy to create this fabulous faux rust effect plant pot...

Textured abstract painting
It’s easy to create a fabulous textured abstract painting...

Crackle vase
Turn a plain ceramic vase into a crackle masterpiece...

Red painted pot
Team a red leafed flax with a red painted pot to create an instant garden...

Wallpaper print
It’s easy to use a stylish Resene wallpaper to create a fabulous...

Stone herb pot
It’s easy to create a fabulous faux stone effect herb pot...

Rusted sculpture
It’s easy to create a contemporary garden sculpture using reclaimed...

Patterned pot
It’s easy to create this textured pattern using bubble wrap...

Lavender garden art
Turn a humble lavender plant into a piece of garden art...

Blue abstract painting
Use a selection of cool Resene blues to create this simple abstract...

Geometric painting
Use complementary colours to create this bold geometric painting...

Marbled painting
Use this simple pouring technique to create a fabulous marbled...

Metallic art
It’s easy to create this fun metallic abstract painting...

Abstract glass painting
It’s easy to create this vibrant reverse painting on glass...

Rusted abstract painting
Striking abstract painting made from an old canvas...

Wave painting
Create this stylish wave painting from scratch...

Abstract canvas
Transform an old photo canvas into an abstract masterpiece...

Lavender room freshener
It’s easy to create this simple room freshener...

Succulent window
It’s easy to create this piece of rustic garden art...

Crackle pot
It’s easy to transform a humble terracotta pot into a colourful...

Cactus painting
It’s easy to create this pop art inspired masterpiece...

Gold torso
Create this metallic masterpiece using a combination of soft gold...

Cucumber pot
Transform a plain terracotta pot into a work of art...

Splatter vase
See how to make this stylish two-tone splatter vase...

Circular abstract
It’s easy to create this circular abstract masterpiece...

Gilt picture frame
Transform an old ornate picture frame into a golden masterpiece...

Watering can plant holder
Learn how to make a vibrant watering can plant holder...

Warm abstract painting
Create this simple abstract painting using a selection of warm colours...

Garden sculpture
Make a simple garden sculpture using a section of tree branch...

Copper vase
Transform a plain ceramic vase into a fabulous copper masterpiece...

Metallic plant pot
It’s easy to transform an old terracotta pot into a metallic masterpiece...

Trinket box
It’s easy to transform a plain varnished box into a stylish trinket box...

Paint a metallic head
Create this metallic sculpture from a polystyrene mannequin head...

Make a marker board
Transform an old picture frame and piece of glass into this colourful...

Geometric painting
Create this simple geometric painting using masking tape and...

Painted head
It’s easy to turn a plain wooden souvenir head into a funky retro piece...

Terracotta pot
Transform a plain terracotta pot into a vibrant planter...

Golden lion
Turn a weathered concrete statue into a fabulous garden feature...

Wallpaper collage
See how to make a simple collage from old wallpaper...

Antique frame
It’s easy to create a traditional looking picture frame...

Retro clock
Create a stylish retro clock with Resene Shiraz...

Landscape
Use a selection of greens to paint this landscape...

Cool abstract painting
Create a stylish abstract artwork using a subtle selection...

Mirror frame
Learn how to make a metallic textured frame for a mirror...

Metallic bust
It’s easy to turn a plain mannequin bust into a metallic masterpiece...

Retro frame
Transform a plastic picture frame into a retro feature...

Glass painting
Let the background wall colour show through...

Gilt frame
Textured gilt frame made using Resene paints...

String art
Fabulous retro look 1970s inspired artwork made from string...

Copper bowl
A metallic-effect bowl from plaster and Resene testpots...

Hot chilli pot
Turn a ‘long tom’ planter into a fabulous hot chilli pot...

Crackle painting
Make an abstract painting with Resene Crackle effect...

Cubist sculpture
Create this sleek cubist sculpture from a piece of reclaimed native timber...

Button picture
Create this fun and funky button picture with a little bit of help...

Wooden abstract
Make this subtle contemporary artwork from an old wooden...

Wallpaper art
Turn a simple wooden frame and a piece of patterned wallpaper...

Blackboard mug
Turn simple ceramic mugs into a work of art...

Gold face plaque
Transform a terracotta wall plaque into a fabulous piece of garden art...

Blackboard art
Create and change with this retro-inspired blackboard artwork...

Painted plate
Create this ‘Good Luck’ wall plate using a selection of Resene colours...

Mosaic art panel
Create this eye-catching piece of outdoor art using a selection of...

Black & white abstract
Create a striking abstract painting using contrasting Resene colours...

Watercolour abstract
Create this stunning watercolour abstract with Resene testpots...

Butterfly collage
Turn a humble wooden frame into a pretty butterfly picture...

Retro portrait
Turn a portrait print from an art magazine into a masterpiece...

Woodgrain landscape
Transform a plain piece of plywood into a stunning colourful landscape...

Potpourri bowl
Create this natural air freshener from a simple terracotta bowl...

Christmas candle
Make a simple terracotta pot and saucer into a festive Christmas...

Surrealist painting
Turn an old framed print into a retro masterpiece...

Psychedelic abstract
Create a vibrant geometric abstract painting using two contrasting...

Cameo jewellery box
Turn a plain wooden box into a Wedgwood-inspired jewellery box...

Horseshoes
Create distinctively different decorative
horseshoes...

Splatter plate
Create this stylish ceramic glazed-effect wall plate...

Christmas candleholder
Create this fabulous gold centrepiece for a Christmas dinner table...

Geometric painting
Brighten up a dark wall with this colourful abstract painting...

Polka dot planter
Brighten up your deck or patio with this retro-look polka dot planter...

Green abstract painting
Use a selection of green Resene testpots to create this vibrant abstract...

Dressing table
Give a tired old bedroom dressing table a fresh new look...

Striped abstract
Combine Resene Sandtex with a contrasting two colour stripe...

Glass candle holder
Create this stylish textured glass candle holder using...

Painted shell frame
Create this coastal-inspired picture frame with the help of Resene...

Rainbow mailbox
Inspired fabulous seventies mailbox uses the whole spectrum...

Copper garden light
Cool copper garden light – a perfect addition to your summer...

Painted wall plaque
Transform a simple terracotta wall plaque into a fabulous piece...

Wallpaper collage painting
Transform an old picture frame into a beautiful antique-effect collage...

Flower mask
Create this theatrical piece of wall art using a blank mask...

Feature wall panels
Use a combination of complementary Resene colours to create...

Chest of drawers
Transform an old chest of drawers into a smart modern piece of furniture...

Textured abstract painting
Create this fabulous textured abstract painting...

Matisse painting
Create a real impression with this Matisse-inspired masterpiece...

Kiwiana planter
Transform a terracotta pot into a fun Kiwi planter with a few testpots...

Metallic vase
Combine Resene Crackle Effect with Resene Metallic paint to create...

Velvet painting
Create a kitsch retro-looking artwork by painting on black velvet...

Abstract metallic panel
Use a combination of Resene Enamacryl Metallic paints to create a...

Decoupage hat box
Transform a plain hatbox into a thing of beauty with the help of Resene...

Retro fashion picture
A fabulous fashion artwork with craft supplies and Resene paints...

Paua necklace stand
Transform a papier mache mannequin into a fun necklace stand...

Gold textured painting
Create a fabulous textured abstract painting...

Crackle statue
Create this stylish modern statue with Resene Crackle Effect...

Reverse painting
Paint in reverse on glass to create a unique piece of abstract art...

Poppy firescreen
Create a stylish Art Nouveau firescreen using a simple palette...

Retro 50s table
Turn an old wooden side table into a fabulous retro feature...

Monochrome landscape
Create a subtle landscape painting using Resene testpots...

Metallic Bhudda
Transform a Buddha statue into a real work of art...

Metal mirror
Create a cool and contemporary framed mirror...

Art Deco painting
Recreate the famous ‘crocus’ pattern of Clarice Cliff...

1960s wall unit
Classic pegboard and MDF combine to create this cool 1960s...

Cool clown
Brighten up your kid's room with this groovy original artwork...

Clothes stand
Create a cool clothes stand with a mannequin torso...

Abstract painting
Brighten up any modern interior with this easily created abstract painting...

Teddy toybox
Create a fabulous teddy bear toybox using plywood and...

Metallic filing cabinet
Transform a wooden filing cabinet into a sleek piece of office furniture...

Green tiki sculpture
This cool green tiki sculpture would look great in any retro pad...

3D Rose
Transform an old picture frame into a fabulous 3D rose painting...

Groovy CD tower
Get hip with this cool colourful wooden CD tower...

Metallic planter
Make a real style statement with this sleek metallic planter...

Shabby chic table
Get the distressed look with this elegant shabby chic table...

Gold abstract form
Create a touch of class with this sculpture that looks...

Retro-look canvas
Get cool and funky with this stylish retro-look canvas...